Cheese is one of those things that some Vegans say they miss. Here is a very easy recipe for a tasty spreadable cheese!

2 cups raw cashews

1 garlic clove, minced

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 lemon, zested

3 Tbsp of fresh lemon juice

4 Tbsp nutritional yeast

1/2 tsp each: sea salt and white pepper

2 Tbsp olive oil

3/4 cup water

OPTIONAL: minced chives or dill for serving

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Food Processor and Cheesecloth.

DIRECTIONS:

-Cover the cashews with cold water and place in the fridge for 12 hours or overnight.-Drain the cashews and add all ingredients to a food processor. Process until very smooth.-Place a colander over a large bowl and line the colander with two pieces of cheesecloth. Scrape the mixture into the cloth and twist the cloth so it is tight around the mixture. Secure with a twist tie or elastic.-Put the bowl and mixture into the refrigerator for 6 hours or until set.

NOTES; Sprinkle with fresh chives or dill for serving, and top with pickled jalapenos, roaster red peppers or sliced olives.